ESSEX >> The Connecticut Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects has presented two Honor Awards to Anne Penniman Associates LLC Landscape Architects, of Essex.

The Landscape Planning and Analysis Honor Award was presented for A New Park for Madison in Madison and a Landscape Architectural Residential Design Honor Award was presented for A Rowers Landing in Lyme.

A New Park for Madison was a coastal town park adjacent to the lower reach of the Hammonasset River and Hammonasset State Park. The Master Plan converts a 42-acre abandoned coastal airport site into a town park with passive and active recreation, including 20.6 acres protected by a conservation easement. The landscape architect, as the lead consultant, worked closely with the volunteer Town Committee, an ecologist and an architect to develop a Habitat Restoration Plan and a final Master Plan.

This lakeside residential site at Rowers Landing includes the design for a safe access path from a rowers storage barn to a nearby landing at the lakes edge. A 7-foot high grade change along the steep path is negotiated with monolithic granite ramped steps broad enough to manage the beam of the scull. Curving granite retaining walls step down the hillside in rhythm with the treads. A new, locally quarried granite terrace creates a transition to the landing.

Penniman, a Yale College graduate, earned a masters degree in landscape architecture from the University of Virginia and has a landscape architecture firm in Essex.

University of Virginia graduate Tracey Miller, an associate of the firm, was the project manager for the project A New Park for Madison.

Rutgers University graduate April Maly, also an associate of the firm, was the project manager for the project A Rowers Landing.

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ATLANTAThe costumes and the sets are very inspiring to me and very happy, joyful, and uplifting, said interior designer Claire Bell of the sold-out Shen Yun Performing Arts opening show in Atlanta, at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, on Jan. 5.

The mission of Shen Yun, a New York-based Chinese dance and music company, is to revive 5,000 years of divinely inspired Chinese culture, bringing it to life on stage through vivid costumes, Chinese dance, stunning backdrops, and music.

I love to see the happy colors and the color blocking and the costumes, Ms. Bell said. I feel like I want to go home and use some of the happy pinks, yellows, greens, in some of my work.

Shen Yuns costume artists collect countless designs of traditional attire, ranging from those of emperors, ministers, and generals to the everyday clothing of the common people, says Shen Yuns website. They use bright colors to tailor and recreate hundreds of new pieces each season.

From a design standpoint, Ms. Bell said the colors of the production were wonderful. And almost the spirituality of it, it comes through for me.

An animated digital backdrop accompanies each dance, projecting lush landscapes and heavenly palaces while allowing the dancers to move seamlessly from stage to screen.

I love the interaction of the graphics with the actual performers, Ms. Bell said. It is really neat. Like a virtual reality almost aspect to it, which is wonderful.

Ms. Bell also appreciated being able to see Shen Yun and learn about Chinas history and culture.

The opportunity to see that cultural heritage of China and the fact that it is being done hereit cant be done in China, and I think thats really ironic and touching and wonderful, and wonderful that people are so interested in it, Ms. Bell said.

Reporting by NTD Television and Catherine Yang.

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Interior designer Annie Laplante enjoyed Shen Yun Performing Arts at Montreals Place des Arts Jan. 5, 2013. (Courtesy of NTD Television)

MONTREALIt was a full house for Shen Yun Performing Arts Saturday afternoon performance at Montreals Salle Wilfrid-Pelletier, the largest theatre hall in Place des Arts with some 2,990 seats.

Annie Laplante, a general contractor and interior designer, was completely swept away by the show.

Everything is extraordinary, she said.

Ms. Laplante works for her fathers construction company, Les Constructions D.L.A. Inc., which has been building condominiums in Montreal for over 35 years. As a professional designer, she was intrigued by the dynamic backdrops that are one of the unique features of each Shen Yun dance.

The story, coordination with the screen, spectacular effectsits really good, she said.

Not only did she like the technical aspects, including the dancing and the costumes, but the purity inherent in the show reminded Mrs. Laplante of long-lost childhood innocence.

It brings back childhood, the innocence that we have lost over the years, with the work and everything, she said.

Everything is magical.

Shen Yuns mission is to revive 5,000 years of divinely inspired Chinese culture, says the companys website. Performers dance in synch to music from a live Shen Yun orchestra that combines classical Western instruments and traditional Chinese instruments.

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Jennifer Adams, one of the leading names in home today, has signed with All-American Licensing & Management Group to develop a comprehensive lifestyle-licensing program.

The designer, whos worked on over a billion dollars in residential and commercial properties over the past decade, boasts a branded bedding and furniture line, Jenifer Adams Home, the very first high-end furniture line carried at Costco. In 2009, she launched her eco-friendly bedding line, which she recently expanded to include custom sofas, chairs, dressers, and tables.

Robb Dalton, Chief Strategy Officer for Jennifer Adams Worldwide, stated, "As the former Chief Creative Officer of IMG I had the pleasure of working with Tim Rothwell and Michael Gottsegen with some of the world's most successful sports figures, sporting events, models and fashion events in securing licensing partnerships. Having AALMG leading the licensing efforts is the ideal strategic partner in building Jennifer's fast growing licensing, endorsement and retail businesses, " Dalton added.

Courtesy of her new partnership with AALMG, the designer will also have the opportunity to expand her brand to include a variety of products within the fashion, and apparel categories as well as pet, textiles and additional home furnishings. With more than 70 years of licensing experience, AALMG is committed to connecting Adams with opportunities that not only generate new revenue streams, but also build brand loyalty and awareness. According to AALMG Partner Tim Rothwell, We are thrilled to be working with Jennifer Adams, a true American success story. She already has a proven track record and we look forward to exponentially growing her empire.

About All-American Licensing & Management Group (AALMG) All-American Licensing & Management Group (AALMG) is a full-service branding agency specializing in client management, licensing, endorsements and retail development. Headquartered in Los Angeles, AALMG has an impressive roster of clients ranging from top consumer brands to celebrities. Founded in 2011 by veteran licensing executives Tim Rothwell and Michael Gottsegen, both formerly of IMG, AALMG provides their clients with a global network of relationships as well as a track record of success. Rothwell is a licensing and business veteran who has recorded the largest licensing deals, in multiple categories, in the industry. And with more than 30 years experience, Gottsegen has garnered numerous awards including his induction into the In Store Marketing Institutes Hall of Fame. For more information on AALMG, go to AALMG.com.

About Jennifer Adams Worldwide After years of research and product development designed to refine the sleeping experience of guests at high-end resorts and an ever-discerning clientele, interior designer Jennifer Adams launched her bed ensemble. In 2011 Jennifer Adams Home became one of the first companies to make the leap directly from online retailer to the second largest retailer in the country, Costco. Jennifer's products, which now include beds, sofas, tables, and chairs, are available at Costco locations all over the US with plans for international expansion in 2013. Adams story began in a 1,000 square-foot home for six in Oregon where she'd often get inspired to redecorate her small room. It was this creativity and passion for decorating that led to the launch of her award-winning interior decorating firm, Jennifer Adams Design Group, the creation of Jennifer Adams Home bedding and eventually the start of the Furniture Collection by Jennifer Adams. Adams also appears as the design expert on "The Better Show", a nationally syndicated morning TV show from the creators of Better Homes & Gardens. She believes in the power of giving back and has spent several years working with organizations to support the development of troubled youth, as well as a new initiative to provide bedding globally to those in need. For more information on Jennifer Adams, go to: http://www.JenniferAdamsHome.com

Contact: Michael Gottsegen (818) 749-7236 Michael@AALMG.com

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